2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1587 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |
